Starting in 2011, Ory originated a role on the ABC fantasy series Once Upon a Time, portraying the dual role of Red Riding Hood/Ruby. Despite being a recurring cast member with a limited amount of screentime in season 1, Ory wound up being featured in almost every episode, and was eventually promoted to a series regular for season 2. However, Ory eventually left the regular cast of the series to star in the CBS drama, Intelligence.